Stars 2025 Information | Arts In Motion

2025 - 2026 Stars Information

Welcome to AIM Stars Performing Arts Program!

Music & Acting Classes for Youth | Ages 5–18

AIM Stars is a vibrant, youth-centered performing arts program dedicated to helping students
shine—on stage and beyond! Through engaging music and acting classes, we inspire creativity,
build confidence, and foster teamwork in a fun and supportive environment.

What We Offer
Our program runs September through April, offering weekly Monday evening classes for students ages 5–18. Students are grouped by age and experience level to ensure a dynamic and personalized learning experience.

Each class includes:

Vocal training and ensemble singing
Acting instruction and performance skills
Movement for Theater
Scenes, monologues, group projects, and duet/trio work
Opportunities to perform, compete, and grow!

Key Events & Commitments
In addition to weekly classes, AIM Stars students will have the opportunity to participate in exciting events throughout the year:

Ice Cream Social & Student/Parent Meeting – August 25, 2025
Access Broadway Competition – January 23-25 2026
Heritage Arts Spotlight on Talent – Preliminary (February 28, 2026) & Finals (March 28, 2026)

Course Descriptions

Music--Our vocal music classes give elementary through high school aged students an opportunity to perform and compete while learning vocal technique that will expand and improve the voice while protecting the vocal instrument. The groups are divided by age and skill level and will perform and compete in a variety of venues and competitions both locally and nationally. These vocal group classes will focus on singing in the musical theater style, with dedicated time for music instruction, basic music theory, vocal health, and vocal technique. Classes are centered around preparation and performance of the groups’ musical theater songs that they will bring to competitions and events. Instructor: Elizabeth Larue Post

Acting--The FUNdamentals of Acting is a course designed to teach the basic skills and techniques actors use to create a believable performance. It will provide a foundation for aspiring actors and those interested in exploring the craft. By utilizing various learning methods such as scene work, monologues, instruction, activities, games, and a performance showcase, we will cover a multitude of topics during the year with an emphasis on script analysis, character development, voice, movement, emotion, conflict, expression, and stage presence. Instructor: Mark Burdette

Movement--Step into the spotlight and bring your inner Broadway star to life! This high-energy Movement for Theater class blends storytelling, character work, and stylized movement into one exhilarating experience. Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, these classes are designed to challenge, inspire, and ignite your passion for performance! This class will not only be physical, but also educational for our students who want to not just remember choreography but understand it and what the movements are and mean as well! This class will offer a wide variety of topics--from terminology to performance presence to tap, jazz, ballet, and hip hop, all in a musical theater style! Modifications and progressions are offered throughout, ensuring every dancer--from beginner to advanced--can work at their own pace while being pushed artistically and physically. You will not only improve your dance technique but also your confidence, stage presence, and ability to fully embody a character through movement while singing and acting, too! Whether your goal is to prepare for auditions, build performance skills, or simply have a blast dancing to your favorite show tunes, this class is your stage! Instructor: Michael Anthony D'Aquino

Tuition & Registration
All students participating in AIM Stars must be Arts in Motion members. Membership is $50 annually per family.

Supply fee: $25 per child (this covers all printed materials and a Stars t-shirt)
Acting: $55 per child per month (One hour class)
Music: $55 per child per month (One hour class)
Movement: $30 per child per month (45 minute class)
Class times are assigned after registration closes to best accommodate groupings.

Whether your child is a first-time performer or a seasoned stage star, AIM Stars is the place to grow in skill, make lasting friendships, and experience the magic of the arts.

Come shine with us!